Young Athletes Program

The Young Athletes Program is an innovative sports program for children with intellectual disability aged 2 to 7 years. The program is designed to engage children with an intellectual disability in fundamental motor skills and foundational sports skills to improve their physical, cognitive and social wellbeing.
In addition, the Young Athletes Program aims to raise awareness and educate the public about the diverse abilities of children with intellectual disabilities, and provide a support network for families of young athletes through the Special Olympics Movement.